Common questions

Is Unsalted butter healthy?

Unsalted butter scores 88/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This unsalted butter is a minimally processed product made primarily from milk fat, which is a high-quality source of healthy fats.

How processed is Unsalted butter?

Unsalted butter is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Unsalted butter's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Unsalted Butter, Milk Fat count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Name: Unsalted butter
Brand: Cowbelle

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Excellent

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Arla Foods

Category Butter

Summary

This unsalted butter is a minimally processed product made primarily from milk fat, which is a high-quality source of healthy fats. It contains no harmful additives or artificial ingredients, making it a clean choice within its category. The processing level is low, contributing to its high score, although it lacks the additional benefits of raw or cultured butter.

Key ingredients 2

Unsalted Butter

Good

Unsalted butter is a natural dairy product that provides rich flavor and beneficial fats, making it a wholesome ingredient in cooking and baking.

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Milk Fat

Good

Milk fat is a natural component of dairy that offers essential fatty acids and contributes to the product's creamy texture and flavor.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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